Daniel Frunza has been removed from the UFC roster. The departure marks the end of his run with the promotion.
Daniel Frunza has been cut from the UFC roster, the promotion confirmed on August 8, 2026, bringing his stint with the organization to a close.
Frunza, 32, entered the UFC carrying a professional record of 9 wins and 4 losses. The Romanian fighter, who trains out of Black House Santiago, competed in an orthodox stance and stood six-foot-one with a 73-inch reach. During his time in the promotion he averaged 3.25 significant strikes landed per minute, though his striking accuracy sat at 38 percent. His UFC run showed no meaningful activity in the grappling game, registering zero takedowns and zero submission attempts per 15 minutes of fight time.
Why it matters
- Frunza departs with a 9-4-0 record, leaving questions about where he lands next on the regional or global MMA circuit.
- His striking-heavy style produced volume but below-average accuracy, a combination that can be difficult to sustain at the highest level.
- Romania loses one of its few fighters with meaningful UFC experience, which could affect the promotional landscape for up-and-coming talent from that region.
